Talent and Workforce Manager

Position to be filled by: October 15, 2025

Company: North Fulton Economic Alliance

Location: Alpharetta, Georgia

Category: Chamber of Commerce

Position Type: Full Time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Experience Requirement: 3-5 years

How to Apply: rjohnson@nfeconomicalliance.com

Job Description & Details:

The North Fulton Economic Alliance is the recently created economic development organization focused on supporting the economic development needs of North Fulton. The Alliance’s primary objectives are to lead branding and marketing for the region, support talent and workforce development and provide business recruitment and retention support within the six cities that make up North Fulton. Aligned with the Greater North Fulton Chamber, this position is an excellent opportunity to be part of a new organization with the ability to shape and define the role while supporting our region’s success.

Position Scope:

The Talent and Workforce Manager will serve as the program manager for all talent pipeline and workforce development related efforts that will help position North Fulton as a top tier destination for talent and business. This position will also support the execution and implementation of the Alliance’s branding and marketing efforts, with a specific focus on talent and workforce. The successful candidate should be able to work collaboratively with internal and external partners and stakeholders; have a robust understanding of existing talent and workforce development programs and seek innovative ways to engage the business community. The role will report to the Executive Director of the North Fulton Economic Alliance and will provide day-to-day support and leadership of several key initiatives that drive the region forward, including: 

Talent & Workforce Development:

• Explore and implement the US Chamber Talent Pipeline Management (TPM) to help close the skills gap
• Connect employers and talent through internship and work-based learning programs
• Manage the North Fulton Jobs platform and actively market to HR and talent acquisition leaders
• Collaborate with area educational institutions and the business community to align current curriculum with employers’ future workforce needs
• Participate in regular workforce development partner activities with North Fulton cities, Fulton Schools, Metro Atlanta Chamber, Select Fulton, State of Georgia, and other partners.
• Research and track talent and workforce programs, wage and employment data and hiring trends
• Maintain regional leadership for Camera Ready program

Talent Attraction and Marketing:

• Coordinate with the broader North Fulton regional branding and marketing efforts to position the region as a top destination for talent and workforce through various mediums including web copy, social media, story ideation, and campaign brainstorming, development, and execution
• Partner with local and regional businesses and other organizations to identify and amplify talent attraction best practices
• Lead alignment of branding and marketing efforts with talent attraction, retention and engagement strategy with a particular focus on developing the North Fulton Young Professionals
• Actively brainstorm and research ways to leverage the Next Gen program for economic competitiveness, talent recruitment and retention efforts  

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in talent and workforce development, communications, economic development or related field
• Knowledge of education and workforce development and local and state government
• Outstanding organizational skills with self-starter mentality
• Excellent attention to detail and demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication – writing, editing, copywriting, social/marketing writing
• Ability to work independently, multi–task, handle confidential and sensitive material with highest degree of integrity, diplomacy, and discretion
• Demonstrated ability to interact with senior level executives
• Creative and entrepreneurial spirit, an organized self-starter who loves the energy and innovation of group brainstorming and then running with an idea from beginning to end 

Desired Skill:

• Degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, economic development, community development, public administration, political science or business preferred.
• Previous experience with economic development agency, workforce board, chamber of commerce or related
• Competency using Adobe, Canva and/or similar products
• Relationships with local and state agencies of relevance

Compensation:

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Chamber also provides a generous benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k) compensation program with employer matching. This position is in office and enjoys 20 paid holidays, and up to 15 days PTO. The Greater North Fulton Chamber is located at 10000 Avalon. Gated and dedicated employee parking is provided.

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Rich Johnson at rjohnson@nfeconomicalliance.com